malabsorption

noun

mal·​ab·​sorp·​tion ˌma-ləb-ˈsȯrp-shən How to pronounce malabsorption (audio)
-ˈzȯrp-
: faulty absorption especially of nutrient materials from the gastrointestinal tract

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Risk climbs further for people with darker skin tones, limited sun exposure, obesity or malabsorption conditions. — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026 In adults, vitamin K deficiency is most often related to malabsorption disorders. — Beth Thomas, Verywell Health, 27 May 2026 People who are malnourished, eat a restricted diet, have a history of excessive alcohol use, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have malabsorption concerns are at greater risk for zinc deficiency. — Health, 5 Dec. 2025 Another worry is these products induce bowel movements that cause diarrhea, says Ahmed, which sometimes leads to dehydration, malabsorption, nutrient deficiencies and electrolyte imbalances. — Sarah Boden, NPR, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for malabsorption

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First Known Use

circa 1929, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of malabsorption was circa 1929

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malabsorption

noun
mal·​ab·​sorp·​tion ˌmal-əb-ˈsȯrp-shən, -ˈzȯrp- How to pronounce malabsorption (audio)
: faulty absorption of nutrient materials from the digestive tract

called also malassimilation

malabsorptive
-tiv How to pronounce malabsorption (audio)
adjective

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